legislature; terms; limits; lobbying

HCR 2014 proposes constitutional amendments to Arizona's legislature, effective for terms starting January 1, 2033. It changes legislative terms from two to four years and limits state senators and representatives to eight consecutive years in their chamber (up from four terms under current rules), requiring a one-term break before returning. The bill also prohibits former legislators from lobbying the legislature or registering as lobbyists for one year after leaving office, while allowing policy consulting and academic work during that period. These changes aim to promote stability, prevent entrenchment, and maintain ethical standards in governance.